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Top policy expert backs Phuket Special Economic Zone
Top policy expert backs Phuket Special Economic Zone
PHUKET: One of Thailand’s leading policy and economic thinkers has thrown his support behind plans to establish a Phuket Special Economic Zone (PVN-SEZ), arguing that the island has the potential to become a regional hub for innovation, investment and human capital development.
Pride parade to bring road closures in Patong
Pride parade to bring road closures in Patong
PHUKET: Motorists in Patong are being advised to expect road closures and traffic diversions this afternoon (June 7) as thousands of people are expected to take part in the Phuket Pride Parade 2026.
Officials probe legality of Rawai beachfront project
Officials probe legality of Rawai beachfront project
PHUKET: Phuket officials have ordered an urgent land survey and environmental investigation into a controversial beachfront development in Rawai following complaints from local residents and the Rawai sea gypsy community over alleged encroachment on public access routes and possible environmental impacts.
Kusoldharm Phuket marks 50 years
Kusoldharm Phuket marks 50 years
PHUKET: The Kusoldharm Phuket Foundation marked its 50th anniversary this week with a series of religious ceremonies and charitable activities, including the distribution of more than 3,000 relief packages to underprivileged residents, the awarding of 423 scholarships to local students and support for school lunch programmes across the island.
Phuket marks World Environment Day
Phuket marks World Environment Day
PHUKET: More than 1,000 people joined a province-wide environmental initiative at Saphan Hin yesterday (June 5) as the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) marked World Environment Day 2026 with a renewed focus on climate action and sustainable tourism.
Phuket promotes MICE credentials at IMEX Frankfurt
Phuket promotes MICE credentials at IMEX Frankfurt
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) joined local tourism industry representatives in Germany last month to promote Phuket as a leading destination for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE), as the island prepares to host several major international events in 2026.
Navy-led dive teams remove 125kg of marine debris off Racha Noi
Navy-led dive teams remove 125kg of marine debris off Racha Noi
PHUKET: More than 125 kilogrammes of marine debris was removed from waters off Racha Noi during a volunteer underwater cleanup and marine conservation campaign organised by the Royal Thai Navy Region 3 in honour of Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya.
Underpass upgrades extended, overnight closures continue
Underpass upgrades extended, overnight closures continue
PHUKET: Overnight closures of several major underpasses across Phuket have been extended through June 14 as work continues on the island’s ‘Smart City’ traffic monitoring and control system, the Phuket Highways Office has announced.
Pride forum highlights inclusion as Phuket festival continues
Pride forum highlights inclusion as Phuket festival continues
PHUKET: Organisers of Phuket Pride Festival 2026 have used a public forum in Patong to gather ideas from young people and local residents on how to make Phuket a more inclusive and sustainable place to live, as preparations continue for some of the festival’s biggest events this weekend.
Phuket hosts Taekwondo Open
Phuket hosts Taekwondo Open
TAEKWONDO: The “Phuket Sports City Taekwondo Open 2026” took place last Sunday (May 31) with more than 1,000 top athletes from the southern areas of Thailand participating.
Phuket Immigration reveals details of crackdown
Phuket Immigration reveals details of crackdown
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration has highlighted a nationwide campaign by the Immigration Bureau that has seen almost 30,000 foreigners denied entry to Thailand during the first five months of 2026 as authorities intensify efforts to combat transnational crime and protect public security.
Fact-finding panel investigates Bang Tao encroachment
Fact-finding panel investigates Bang Tao encroachment
PHUKET: A provincial fact-finding committee has inspected Bang Tao Beach in the wake of the high-profile ‘alleged’ encroachment on public land, with its findings to be submitted to the Phuket Governor for consideration.
Housing project blamed for Srisoonthorn flooding
Housing project blamed for Srisoonthorn flooding
PHUKET: Residents in Srisoonthorn have blamed runoff from a major housing development for worsening flooding in their neighbourhood and on Thepkrasattri Rd after heavy rain swept across Phuket this week.
Phuket Town ‘Prison Park’ opening now slated for August, says Rewat
Phuket Town ‘Prison Park’ opening now slated for August, says Rewat
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) President Rewat Areerob has confirmed that the new public park at the site of the old Phuket Provincial Prison in Phuket Town is now more than 80% complete and is expected to open by the end of August, later than originally scheduled.
Patong hosts Beach Volleyball Open
Patong hosts Beach Volleyball Open
BEACH VOLLEYBALL: Patong played host to a major beach volleyball competition last weekend as part of this year’s Phuket Pride celebrations.
Blue Button jellyfish found at Patong
Blue Button jellyfish found at Patong
PHUKET: Lifeguards at Patong Beach have issued a public safety advisory after discovering several Blue Button jellyfish washed ashore on the beach.
Phuket joins nationwide celebrations for Queen’s birthday
Phuket joins nationwide celebrations for Queen’s birthday
PHUKET: Phuket officials will lead a series of ceremonies across the island today (June 3) to mark the 4th Cycle birthday anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana.
Phuket celebrates Pride across the island
Phuket celebrates Pride across the island
PHUKET: Pride Month celebrations are underway across Phuket, with events taking place throughout June in both Patong and Phuket Town as the island continues to strengthen its reputation as one of Asia’s leading LGBTQIA+ destinations.
Princess Sirindhorn opens new school building in Phuket
Princess Sirindhorn opens new school building in Phuket
PHUKET: Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn paid a royal visit to Phuket on Monday (June 1) to officially open the new Sri Sirindhorn Building at Srinagarindra the Princess Mother School, Phuket under her royal patronage.
Phuket set for Toyota badminton comp
Phuket set for Toyota badminton comp
BADMINTON: Phuket is gearing up to host the Toyota Phuket International Challenge 2026 badminton tournament, which runs from June 9-14.